The Montessori School of East Rutherford offers Toddler, Preschool, Pre-k and Kindergarten programs, enrolling children from 1 to 6 years old.
The school is open year round from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m with several flexible schedules.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
108 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 1 / rolling
Admissions Director
Grace Sumitra
School Notes
- School Motto: Creative learning and quality care in a Montessori environment.
- * Montessori program with curriculums for Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten. * Montessori and certified teachers, caring and knowlegable staff. * Classrooms equipped with Montessori materials and activities. * Small child to staff ratios * Dance and Music program included * Year round program, open Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m to 6:30 p.m.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori School-east Rutherford often compared to?
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Does Montessori School-east Rutherford offer a summer program?
Yes, Montessori School-east Rutherford offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Montessori School-east Rutherford?
The application deadline for Montessori School-east Rutherford is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 8/27/2019
I have sent all 3 of my kid to the Montessori School of East Rutherford, and I must say that they have such a good background now because of it. My eldest is now in 4th grade, and I can see how he is excelling over his classmates who did not go to Montessori school. I highly recommend this school to any new family, who wants their children to learn and grow into great students and human beings.
5 2/9/2014
Wonderful school !! The best care and education for my 2 children.
5 1/31/2013
I have sent my child to this school since she was 2 years old. My child is now 5 and in the kindergarten class. We love the directors, Ms. Pria & Ms. Grace, and the teachers who take so much care of the children. Regarding academics: our child is reading, doing math problems with addition and subtraction. we were told by other parents about their high academic standards and have experienced it first hand. We will recommend this school very much.
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